Projects.
Cardiac Flow Rate Calculator
Created MATLAB code to process raw MRI data and approximate blood flow rate using mathematical methods.
Pharmacokinetic Modeling- Dopamine Elution Pill Response
Analyzed and interpreted pharmacokinetic data using MATLAB to model and understand the physiological response to a dopamine-eluting pill.
EOG Drowsiness Detection Device
Applied signal processing concepts to create a device to alert drowsy drivers when they are falling asleep.
Cardiac Flow Rate Calculator
Created MATLAB code to process raw MRI data and approximate blood flow rate using mathematical methods.
Pharmacokinetic Modeling- Dopamine Elution Pill Response
Analyzed and interpreted pharmacokinetic data using MATLAB to model and understand the physiological response to a dopamine-eluting pill.
Service Learning for Ghana with Dokpam
• Worked with a team to design -and distribute telemedicine information resources to low-income communities in Ghana in collaboration with telehealth company, Dokpam.
Leadership
Fernanda has a community of 350K+ people across social media platforms where she shares her experience as a first-generation student/latina immigrant/mom experience, productivity/studying tips, and student resources.
Internships & Research.
Research Assistant
USF Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology
Aug 2023 – Present
Investigating metabolic therapies to reduce enzyme replacement costs by $50,000+ per patient.
Working with mouse models for in vivo/in vitro experiments.
Maintaining lab safety compliance and handling complex data collection.
Product Development Intern
Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Virtual BME Immersion
June – Aug 2023
Co-designed a sustainable nerve block phantom (< $30) for underserved communities in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Presented to 100+ attendees; praised by organizers.
Leader
Analyzed and interpreted pharmacokinetic data using MATLAB to model and understand the physiological
response to a dopamine-eluting pill.
Leadership.
Fundraising Chair, NSBE USF
May 2024 – Present
Managed $5,000+ budget by organizing sponsorships and fundraising events to support engineering students attending professional conferences and workshops.
STEM Robotics Instructor, Lomax Magnet School
Jan 2025 – Present
Led Arduino programming and breadboarding sessions for K–5 students, making STEM accessible through hands-on robot-building and simplified engineering concepts.
Resident Assistant, USF Housing
Aug 2022 – Present
Implemented academic and wellness programming for 80+ students, building community and promoting campus resource awareness.
Mentor & Program Developer, FEMM
Aug 2022 – Present
Helped design and lead a mentorship program for first-year engineering women, supporting peer guidance and academic success.
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